Abe Attell
American boxer
Died when: 85 years 350 days (1031 months)Star Sign: Pisces
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Abraham Washington Attell (February 22, 1883 – February 7, 1970), often referred to by newspapers as "The Little Hebrew", was an American boxer who became known for his record-setting, six year consecutive reign as World Featherweight Champion from 1906-1912, and his nearly consecutive ten-year reign starting in 1902.
Said to be a friend of the gangster Arnold Rothstein, Attell was charged with game fixing in the Black Sox Scandal in 1919, but the charges were dismissed before trial.
He also was suspected of other infractions including fixing fights, and using drugs during a fight.
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